6 bedroom detached house for sale

A most delightful period cottage which has been extended and upgraded over the years and now provides for exceptionally well-proportioned and well-presented accommodation, located within the heart of Bickleigh village

DESCRIPTION
Bickleigh Farmhouse is a charming cottage offering character features with the accommodation comprising;

Front door into the Entrance Hall with stairs rising to the first floor. A door leads into the Kitchen/Breakfast Room enjoying dual aspect over the gardens and is fitted with a matching range of painted wall, base and drawer units with continuous work surface incorporating ceramic sink unit. Integral appliances include a microwave, dishwasher, fridge/freezer and washing machine as well as a freestanding electric oven. There is also a useful under stairs storage cupboard. The Breakfast area offers space for a table and chairs. From here, a door opens into the Dining Room which is a lovely reception room with triple aspect of views over the gardens and countryside beyond and with central fireplace with inset wood burning stove on tiled hearth and wood surround. This room also offers ample space for a table and chairs. From the Breakfast area, a few steps lead down to Bedroom 4/Study – which is currently used as a small double bedroom with rear aspect enjoying views over the garden. Bathroom is fitted with white suite comprising bath, separate shower cubicle with inset electric shower, wash basin, concealed cistern WC and wall-mounted towel rail. Airing Cupboard housing the factory lagged immersion heater and shelving. The Sitting Room is a lovely large reception room with dual aspect over the gardens and fireplace with inset wood burning stove on slate hearth. A second staircase rises to the first floor, with a door leading to the outside on the half landing.

From the Entrance Hall, stairs rise to the first floor landing with exposed ceiling timbers. Bedroom 1 a good sized double bedroom with side aspect overlooking the gardens and exposed ceiling timbers and numerous storage cupboards. Bedroom 6 is a single bedroom with front aspect. Bedroom 5 is a single bedroom with front aspect and built-in wardrobes. Bathroom fitted with matching white suite comprising bath with shower attachment, close coupled WC, wash basin and heated towel rail. Bedroom 2 is a twin room with dual aspect. Bedroom 3 is a double bedroom with dual aspect and built-in cupboard.

OUTSIDE
The property is approached via a shared drive with a five-bar gate opening into the private gravelled driveway providing parking for multiple vehicles, leading to a double garage with power and light. To the left of the driveway, there is a triangular piece of land owned by the property. A pathway leads to the concreted seating area which provides the ideal space for outdoor dining and entertaining, enjoying lovely views across the gardens with a stone retaining wall border. A barbecue area is built into the stone wall, adding to the entertaining space. Beyond this, there is a large level expanse of lawn interspersed with a variety of shrubs. The pathway continues to the rear of the property, where the Entrance door is located, with raised flowerbeds and a pretty stream with bridge leading over to a public footpath.

SERVICES & OUTGOINGS
We understand that mains electric, water and drainage are connected to the property. Electric heating.

Council Tax: Band E - Mid Devon District Council, Phoenix House, Phoenix Lane, Tiverton, Devon EX16 6PP

SITUATION
Bickleigh is an attractive village straddling the River Exe and affords a good level of local amenities with its village school, community centre, public house and Bickleigh Mill. Tiverton lies closeby and offers a good level of commercial and recreational facilities, as well as secondary schooling, and the renowned Public School of Blundell's. Exeter is accessed southwards and with a more extensive range of facilities.

DIRECTIONS
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ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Broadband: Ultrafast broadband is available.

Mobile Coverage: Available via EE, O2 and THREE. For indication of coverage in the area we recommend contacting your own provider. 

Flooding: The property is in an area at a MEDIUM RISK.

Rights & Restrictions: The property is within a Conservation area.